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Young Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancer; Experiences Affecting Self-image, Relationships, and Present Life

Overview of attention for article published in Cancer nursing (Online), January 2010
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Title
Young Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancer; Experiences Affecting Self-image, Relationships, and Present Life
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Cancer nursing (Online), January 2010
DOI 10.1097/ncc.0b013e3181b6365a
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Karin Enskär, Carina Berterö

Abstract

Knowledge about how young adults experience being a childhood cancer survivor is limited, as most previous research concerning the quality of life in survivors of childhood cancer has been conducted using standardized questionnaires. The aim of the current study was to identify and describe young adults' own experiences of long-term effects of cancer treatment on their self-image, relationships, and present life related to the impact of being a survivor of childhood cancer. Interviews were held with 7 young adults, 20 to 23 years of age. The verbatim-transcribed interviews were analyzed using constant comparative analysis. The core category was identified as "compensated life picture." All the negative and difficult experiences are compensated for with a positive view on and positive expectations regarding life. This core category was grounded in 5 categories: living a normal life, bodily changes, relationships with and support from others nearby, sentient life, and personal growth. The findings in this study illustrate the importance for healthcare staff to be aware of young adult survivors' experiences of their childhood cancer and its long-term effects. Extra attention and support from the healthcare system after the concluded treatment period are needed via a support program or support group for young adults.

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Geographical breakdown

Country Count As %
United States 1 2%
Unknown 56 98%

Demographic breakdown

Readers by professional status Count As %
Student > Master 13 23%
Researcher 7 12%
Student > Bachelor 7 12%
Student > Postgraduate 6 11%
Student > Ph. D. Student 6 11%
Other 8 14%
Unknown 10 18%
Readers by discipline Count As %
Psychology 17 30%
Medicine and Dentistry 10 18%
Nursing and Health Professions 8 14%
Social Sciences 3 5%
Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology 1 2%
Other 4 7%
Unknown 14 25%
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#20,655,488
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